Chichester Festive Market 2026

Runs Friday 4 December to Sunday 13 December 2026

Dates	Friday 4 December to Sunday 13 December 2026 (6 open days)
Days Closed	Open Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays only
Opening Times	Saturday: 9am to 5.30pm Sunday: 10am to 4pm Runs on two Friday to Sunday weekends, 4 to 6 and 11 to 13 December. Friday hours are not published.
Where	East Street and North Street in the city centre, by the Market Cross Open in Maps
Entry	Free to enter
Organiser	Not confirmed for 2026. Official page

Chichester Festive Market: Quick Answers

When does Chichester Festive Market start in 2026?

It opens on Friday 4 December 2026.

When does Chichester Festive Market end?

The last day is Sunday 13 December 2026.

What time does Chichester Festive Market open and close?

Saturday 9am to 5.30pm; Sunday 10am to 4pm. Runs on two Friday to Sunday weekends, 4 to 6 and 11 to 13 December. Friday hours are not published.

Is Chichester Festive Market open every day?

No. Open Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays only.

Is Chichester Festive Market free to enter?

Yes.

Where is Chichester Festive Market?

East Street and North Street in the city centre, by the Market Cross, Chichester.

About Chichester Festive Market

Chichester's city-centre Christmas market fills East Street and North Street with gift, food and drink stalls on two Friday to Sunday weekends in December. The lights are switched on at the Market Cross on Saturday 21 November.

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Where Is Chichester Festive Market?

East Street and North Street in the city centre, by the Market Cross, Chichester. The other dots are nearby markets.

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